Plant Manager

Comprehensive Logistics•Wentzville, MO

36d•Onsite

About The Position

Comprehensive Logistics (CLI) is expanding and seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, highly disciplined, and high-energy Plant General Manager leader. This role oversees all plant operations, makes crucial decisions, and is responsible for all financial aspects of plant operations. The ideal candidate will have familiarity with the third-party logistics and/or the automotive industry and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative technology-based environment with opportunities for growth and impact.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Materials Management and/or Engineering required
A minimum of five years of experience at an operational level related to Logistics/Supply Chain Management
Automotive and/or Third-Party Logistics is required
VAA or manufacturing experience is required
Sales experience and established network
Safety mindset
Start-Up, Equipment Installation and Launch Experience Required
Understanding and experience of assembly tooling and equipment and ROBOTICS
Strong Customer interfacing skills, 24/7 availability via cell phone
Strong knowledge and experience of problem-solving using Root Cause Analysis, Safety, Labor Relations, and Worker’s Compensation
Demonstrated experience with performing Layered Audits
ERP/WMS proficiency (SAP preferable)
Experience with Continuous Improvement and Lean Processing Principles
Demonstrated successes related to launching operations

Nice To Haves

Logistics/Supply Chain background to include proficiency in Third Party Services including Part Sequencing, JIT, Value-Added, Sub-Assembly, Kitting, Repack, Deconsolidation, and Bulk and Small Lot Metering preferred

Responsibilities

Reports directly to the Head of Business Unit
Leading a team of salaried and hourly employees
Building rapport with current and potential customers
Growing the AXVOR brand in the region
P&L Responsibilities
Project Management
Launch Management
Create direction for departments by having daily and weekly meetings with the direct reports
Maintain and improve employee experience through employee engagement
Collaborate with our corporate resources
Direct, coordinate, and assign work activities to all employees under supervision in facility and monitor, review and evaluate work product, methods, and procedures of those employees
Understanding of lean processing principles
Responsible for driving continuous improvement
Establish and maintain effective KPI's, monitors performance and initiates improvement opportunities
Produce productivity reports and turn data into business cases to make fact-based decisions
Develops and manages operations budgets to ensure compliance with the company and the customer
Communicates with customers to handle any escalated partner service issues or complaints
Exceeds client-customer expectations
Promote and maintain a safe working environment
Enforce company policies/procedures and corresponding work instructions